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Climate Change

Created by Samish Citizen, Rosemary Port, as part of her High School Senior final project. Edited by Gabe Port.

The project discusses the issues facing indigenous culture and what individuals can do to reduce their environmental impact. 


Samish Prepares for Changing Climate

We want our children and their children to be healthy, prosperous, and enjoy our natural resources and cultural traditions. Working together to identify and prepare for the impacts of a changing climate, we can fulfill this promise for future generations.

Since time immemorial, the Samish people have lived and prospered on the land and water of the Salish Sea in Washington State. Over time, the Samish people have successfully navigated a variety of changes while maintaining a strong connection to the resources, rich lands, and waters of our region. While many of us may have moved away, we are still connected to this place and through it, to each other.

Through our strong connection with the natural world, we are beginning to see changes, such as an increase in extreme weather events and in the number of species struggling to survive and adapt. 

As a community, we are beginning to think about how these changes impact our culture and traditions, our community facilities and investments, the natural resources that surround and sustain us. Under direction of the Tribal Council, we have begun a planning process to identify how the Samish can prepare for and strengthen our resilience to extreme weather developments, sea level rise, and other impacts of climate change.  Click here to learn more about the planning process. If you'd like to provide input, click here to take a short survey.

Chat & Craft (virtual)


Join us for a casual evening to virtually meet with friends, work on crafts, and just generally have a good time.

Dates: 03 – 03 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 06 – 06 Oct, 2023

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Dates: 07 – 07 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 13 – 13 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 14 – 14 Oct, 2023

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Book Club: Red Bird, Red Power (virtual)


Join us virtually for a discussion of “Red Bird, Red Power: The Life and Legacy of Zitkala-Ša” by Tadeusz Lewandowski.

Dates: 17 – 17 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 20 – 20 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 21 – 21 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 27 – 27 Oct, 2023

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Samish Elders Virtual & In-Person Bingo Fun!


Samish Elders Virtual & In-Person Bingo Fun!

Dates: 27 – 27 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 28 – 28 Oct, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 03 – 03 Nov, 2023

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Dates: 04 – 04 Nov, 2023

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Save the Date: Harvest Fest (hybrid)

Anacortes, WA

Join us virtually or in-person to celebrate the season of Píxwel (fall)!

Dates: 04 – 04 Nov, 2023

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Chat & Craft (virtual)


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Dates: 07 – 07 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 10 – 10 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 11 – 11 Nov, 2023

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Book Club: The Language Warrior's Manifesto (virtual)


Join us virtually for a discussion of “The Language Warrior's Manifesto: How to Keep Our Languages Alive No Matter the Odds” by Anton Treuer.

Dates: 14 – 14 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 17 – 17 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 18 – 18 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 24 – 24 Nov, 2023

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Dates: 25 – 25 Nov, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 01 – 01 Dec, 2023

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Samish Community Virtual Christmas Party


Join us virtually for a multi-generational gathering with trivia, giveaways, and more!

Dates: 01 – 01 Dec, 2023

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Dates: 02 – 02 Dec, 2023

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Christmas Party (in-person)

Anacortes, WA

Join us at Fidalgo Bay Resort for the Annual Samish Christmas Party!

Dates: 02 – 02 Dec, 2023

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Chat & Craft (virtual)


Join us for a casual evening to virtually meet with friends, work on crafts, and just generally have a good time.

Dates: 05 – 05 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 08 – 08 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 09 – 09 Dec, 2023

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Book Club: Two Old Women (virtual)


Join us virtually for a discussion of “Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival” by Velma Wallis.

Dates: 12 – 12 Dec, 2023

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Beaver Lodge Carving Studio (in-person)


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Dates: 15 – 15 Dec, 2023

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Dates: 16 – 16 Dec, 2023

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